5311 Golden Gate Ave

Oakland, CA 94618

$3,713,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,647 Sq. Ft.
$1,018 / Sq. Ft.
3,647
Sq. Ft.
$1,018
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 11/25/25
Sold 11/25/25
a front view of a house with a yard and garage

Description

This grand Mediterranean-style home on a flat, almost half-acre lot with a pickleball/basketball court in one of the most desired parts of Upper Rockridge is a rare gem indeed. Built for Oakland Mayor Herbert L. Beach in 1941, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom entertainer’s paradise survived the Oakland Hills Fire of 1991, and has been the site of innumerable weddings, neighborhood picnics, and dinner parties. Mahogany trim, doors, and built-ins on the main floor adorn the living and formal dining rooms....This grand Mediterranean-style home on a flat, almost half-acre lot with a pickleball/basketball court in one of the most desired parts of Upper Rockridge is a rare gem indeed. Built for Oakland Mayor Herbert L. Beach in 1941, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom entertainer’s paradise survived the Oakland Hills Fire of 1991, and has been the site of innumerable weddings, neighborhood picnics, and dinner parties. Mahogany trim, doors, and built-ins on the main floor adorn the living and formal dining rooms. The large primary suite features a balcony overlooking the sprawling backyard and a sweeping vista of hills. A downstairs den and full laundry room open to an expansive covered patio. This lovingly maintained home awaits an owner to continue its enduring legacy as a neighborhood centerpiece.

Property Details for 5311 Golden Gate Avenue

City
OAKLAND
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
UPPER ROCKRIDGE
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mediterranean
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached
LISTING UPDATED: 11/25/2025 02:34 PM

Property Details for 5311 Golden Gate Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #41116157
Days on Compass14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,230 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kim Cole, DRE #01970964

Sold By The GRUBB Company, Dana S. Cohen, DRE #01317652

Add your commute

Building Information for 5311 Golden Gate Avenue

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,230 SF

Payment Calculator

$19,263 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$18,347

Property Taxes

$916

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 5311 Golden Gate Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Storage
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stone Counters
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Den, Storage
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s), Washer
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Level - Upper: 2 Baths, 3 Bedrooms
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 20230
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20230.0
  • Roof: Tile
  • Sq Ft Apx: 3647
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Street Level: 1 Bath, 1 Bedroom, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Acres: 0.46
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Acacia Ave to Golden Gate
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 48A-7105-7
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 5311 Golden Gate Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 25, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41116157

$3,713,000—
Nov 25, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41116157

$3,713,000—
Nov 12, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41116157

—
Nov 12, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41116157

—
Oct 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41116157

$2,995,000—
Oct 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41116157

$2,995,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/25/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41116157

$3,713,000
11/25/2025

Sold

EBRD #41116157

$3,713,000
11/12/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41116157

—
11/12/2025

Pending

EBRD #41116157

—
10/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41116157

$2,995,000
10/29/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41116157

$2,995,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5311 Golden Gate Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$362,357Additions$310,977Total$673,334
Tax Record2025$10,989 ($916 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,978 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,978 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,230 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyALAMEDAAPN48A-7105-7

Schools near 5311 Golden Gate Avenue

This home is within Oakland Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hillcrest Elementary School
Public - K to 8
Oakland Technical High School
Public - 9 to 12
Oakland International High School
Public - 9 to 12
Oakland Military Institute, College Preparatory Academy
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hillcrest Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Oakland Technical High School
Public9 to 12

Oakland International High School
Public9 to 12

Oakland Military Institute, College Preparatory Academy
Charter6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

Explore Nearby Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kim Cole, DRE #01970964

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: San Francisco Association of Realtors, the MLSListings MLS, the BAREIS MLS, the EBRD MLS, Shasta Association of REALTORS® Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by San Francisco Association of Realtors, the MLSListings MLS, the BAREIS MLS, the EBRD MLS, Shasta Association of REALTORS® is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.